Burley was boss at Portman Road for eight years, taking Town to the Premier League and Uefa Cup qualification.

"I think I'm the most successful manager there in the last 30 years. The passion's still there. Naturally I'd be interested," he told BBC Radio Suffolk.

Burley at Ipswich

1994-95: Took over in December and failed to keep Ipswich in the Premier League

1995-96: Finished seventh in old Division One

1996-97: Finished fourth, lost to Sheffield United in play-off semi

1997-98: Finished 5th, lost to Charlton in play-off semi

1998-99: Finished third, lost to Bolton in play-off semi

1999-00: Finished third, won play-offs in final against Barnsley

2000-01: Finished fifth in Premier League and reached League Cup semi-final

2001-02: Relegated from Premier League and sacked in October 2002

with the club bottom of the Championship and winless in 11 games.

Burley, 56, has a long standing relationship with Ipswich, starting his career there as a defender under legendary manager Sir Bobby Robson in 1973 before going on to be part of a golden era, winning an FA Cup and Uefa Cup.

He has managed the national side for his native Scotland and has had spells at Derby, Southampton and Crystal Palace.

He added: "My life's been around Ipswich all my football career since I was 15 years old. I'm moving back to Suffolk soon. When you've got it in your blood it's something you don't forget."